Chapter 1098 Arrival at Takuhai County

Luo Chong had lunch with the Baiwu tribe and became closer. He inspected all over Qi'an County for an afternoon. The next day, he took You Fu, Gu Ji, Tian Hong and others to the Baiwu tribe's residence for inspection.

Some rode horses, some rode tractors, and it took about two or three hours to reach the Baiwu tribe's residence.

When the three old patriarchs of the Baiwu tribe saw Luo Chong and his group coming, they were very excited. Although they didn't know Luo Chong, they were very familiar with You Fu. Every time You Fu came, he would always bring them some good news.

Although there was no good news this time, the person he brought was enough to shock them.

When Gu Ji and Tian Hong told the three old patriarchs that this was the leader of the Han tribe, the three of them showed very shocked expressions.

Almost everyone had the same reaction. They didn't expect that the leader of such a powerful Han tribe would be so young.

However, Luo Chong did not stay in the Baiwu tribe for long. After exchanging pleasantries with several tribe leaders, he took people to the nearby hematite mine for a field investigation. He was accompanied by You Fu, the young tribe leader Gu Ji of the Baiwu tribe, a group of guards and mining technicians responsible for geological exploration.

Tian Hong, who came back with them, stayed in the Baiwu tribe and told them about Luo Chong's invitation to the Baiwu tribe to join the Han tribe.

"Hong, you said that the leader of the Han tribe wants us all to join the Han tribe?"

"Yes." Tian Hong nodded very affirmatively.

After all, they have already confirmed this matter. Luo Chong had already confronted them at dinner yesterday.

"Is he really willing to give our people houses, fields, and livestock to each family?" Another elderly tribe leader followed up and asked.

"Yes, he said so, and he told us several times. Yesterday he had lunch with our people and gave everyone a lot of gifts. The Han tribe is really rich and has everything. They can also make something called sugar, which tastes as sweet as honey." Tian Hong explained again.

The three old clan leaders who stayed behind all frowned upon hearing this. This invitation sounded good, but why was the Han tribe so nice to them? What exactly was the purpose of the Han tribe? This was what they were most worried about.

The three clan leaders were also caught up in the thoughts of Gu Ji and Tian Hong before, and they always felt that the Han tribe would have some conspiracy.

Then, one of the clan leaders immediately raised a question.

"Hong, if we agree to the leader of the Han tribe and join the Han tribe, how can our people make money in the future? If we can't make money, how can we buy things after joining the Han tribe?"

Tian Hong could answer this question himself. He had been in charge of the Baiwu tribe working for the Han tribe for more than a year, and had a lot of contact with the people of the Han tribe. He already knew some of the situation of the Han tribe.

"Old clan leader, don't worry about this problem. The people of the Han tribe can live a stable life even if they don't work for the tribe.

"The people of the Han tribe all have their own houses, so they don't lack places to live. Moreover, everyone lives in the city and is protected by the army, so it is very safe.

"They also have fields distributed by the tribe. As long as they work hard, they can still live a good life just by relying on the output of the fields.

"The people of the Han tribe usually rely on the grains and vegetables they grow themselves, as well as the meat of livestock they raise themselves. In addition to paying grain taxes to the tribe, they can also keep some of the excess grain.

"The Han tribe will purchase this excess grain, and they can get some money every year just by selling grain. Their daily food and drink are their own output, and the money from selling grain is used to buy other things.

"Most of the people in the Han tribe also run some side businesses. For example, they will take the eggs at home to trade outside, or make some tools and sell them at the market, such as brooms for sweeping the floor, bamboo baskets and baskets for carrying things, and some take private jobs, such as making clothes and shoes for other families, which can also make money.

"But these are the most ordinary farmers. Those who have skills can work in the factories of the Han tribe. Those who can read can become managers and help the leader manage the tribe, or teach in the school. People with skills can make more money." Tian Hong explained the situation of the Han tribe in detail based on his contact with the Han tribe for more than a year.

After listening to Tian Hong's introduction, the three older clan leaders pondered for a while and suddenly became worried again.

"From what you said, it means that if we join the Han tribe, even if we are just ordinary farmers who can only farm, we can still make money to buy things? Support the whole family?" One of the clan leaders asked again.

"Yes, you can say that." Tian Hong nodded again.

"But why is the Han tribe doing this? Why are they so good to our tribe? What benefits does this bring to their Han tribe? According to the conditions you mentioned, inviting us to join the Han tribe will only bring losses to the Han tribe, right? Or does the Han tribe have other plans?" The oldest clan leader still couldn't figure it out and asked.

Tian Hong shook his head. "The leader of the Han tribe said that he had his eyes on the land here. He wanted the Han tribe to monopolize the minerals here, which were the black stones they sent people to find, and the iron mine near our tribe. The Han tribe wanted to use those stones to make steel.

"So he said that he didn't want other tribes to exist here except the Han tribe, but he didn't intend to use force against us, so he wanted to invite us to join the Han tribe. As long as we joined the Han tribe, there would be no other forces nearby.

"In addition, he also said that he hoped that the Han tribe could continue to expand its population. Although our Baiwu tribe is relatively small, there are about 2,000 people. He hopes that we can become a part of the Han tribe and expand the population of the Han tribe. This should be what he thinks is good for the Han tribe."

Tian Hong even told the three old patriarchs what Luo Chong said yesterday.

"So he wants our population. If that's the case, it makes sense? But, Hong, do you believe what the Han leader said?" Another patriarch said thoughtfully.

Tian Hong frowned and thought for a moment before answering.

"At least the purpose of the leader of the Han tribe is very clear. What he said should be true. The Han tribe does attach great importance to the minerals here. This time I went with You Fu to greet him. He went to see the coal mine first when he came, and came to our place to see the iron mine the next day. Doesn't this prove something?

" "He also brought a lot of people this time. It is said that they are all very capable people who can mine and smelt iron. These people are important figures even in the Han tribe.

"As for whether he lied to us or not, I don't think it is necessary, because we don't have anything that he would like. What we have is all obtained from the Han tribe. What can we give to the Han tribe? Except for us.

"And you say he has other thoughts. Even if he wants to plot against our population and wants to capture all of us and turn us into slaves, I think it is impossible. The Han tribe may really lack people to work, but it definitely does not lack us.

"There are only a few adults in our Baiwu tribe, but the leader of the Han tribe is always accompanied by thousands of young and strong adult warriors when he goes out. If he is short of people to work, will he use so many people to protect his safety?"

The other tribe leaders thought, yes, the Baiwu tribe is so poor, why does the Han tribe want them? Even if they are concerned about their population, the population of the Baiwu tribe is not that large. Even if all the young and strong who can work are picked out, there are still not as many guards as Luo Chong. What do you think he wants?

After a long silence, Tian Hong spoke again.

"No matter what his plan is, at least his attitude towards us is good. Even if he hopes that we will join the Han tribe, he has never forced us.

"By the way, there is one more thing I want to tell you. The leader of the Han tribe will leave tomorrow. He said that he will go to the south of the Han tribe. He invited Gu Ji and me to go to the south of the Han tribe to see the situation in other parts of the Han tribe, and then give him a reply on whether to join the Han tribe or not.

"The Han tribe has given us enough sincerity. I think we should trust him, so I have decided to go to the south with him this time. Only by understanding the Han tribe better can we make the most appropriate choice."

Several tribe leaders just nodded and did not express their opinions, because Tian Hong had said it very clearly. This matter is good for both parties, and the Han tribe did not force them. They expressed enough goodwill to them, which is enough.

On the other side, Luo Chong also took a group of people to investigate the hematite mine near the Baiwu tribe. After the investigation, Luo Chong asked a person in charge of a southern steel mill.

"How is it, have you figured out something?"

"Reporting to the leader, we have a preliminary plan, including where to start mining, where to transport, and where to build our new steel mill and rolling mill!" The person in charge responded directly.

"Oh? Then where are you going to build the factory?" Luo Chong asked again.

"This, this?" The person in charge didn't say it for a long time. When he spoke, he carefully looked at Gu Ji next to him with the corner of his eye, indicating that he was not easy to speak.

"Hey? Don't worry. There are no outsiders here. Just tell us what you plan to do." Luo Chong urged impatiently.

"Yes, Chief, I think the current residence of the White House tribe is good. It is close enough to the iron mine, and it is a plain. The terrain is open enough and the transportation is convenient. It is convenient for us to build roads and transport. The surrounding area is also suitable for living. It is not a problem to build a residential area for employees."

The person in charge said while secretly looking at Gu Ji's reaction. Luo Chong also stared at Gu Ji's reaction, but Gu Ji did not show the emotional situation he imagined.

Luo Chong nodded after listening, "Then prepare according to this plan and improve your plan."

"Yes." The man bowed and responded and turned to retreat. The rest had nothing to do with him. As for how to deal with the White House tribe, that was something the chief needed to consider.

"Gu Ji, you heard what we said just now, the Han tribe needs the current living area of ​​your tribe for iron smelting. I really hope that you can all move to Qian'an County and live with us. If there is no house, we can build one. Anyway, there are plenty of materials. We have already reclaimed the land. As long as you are willing to go, we can distribute it to each of you. According to the standards of the Han tribe, you will have what the people of the Han tribe have." Luo Chong confronted Gu Ji again.

"Han leader, I..."

Luo Chong interrupted Gu Ji again without waiting for him to express his opinion, "I still say the same thing, I am not forcing you. The Han tribe can give you a better life. I hope you are really willing to join the Han tribe.

"Also, you don't have to give me an answer so soon. Anyway, I will leave for the south tomorrow. When the time comes, you can go with me to other places in the Han tribe to have a look. It won't be too late to make a decision.

"As for your tribe's residence, construction will not start so quickly in a short time. They need to make a lot of preliminary preparations."

Gu Ji was relieved when he heard this, and his good impression of Luo Chong was strengthened again. The Han tribe wanted to develop the iron mine and needed the current residence of the Baiwu tribe. The Han tribe was obviously very powerful, but Luo Chong did not use strong force to drive them away. Luo Chong even repeatedly said that they did not need to express their opinions so quickly, hoping to let them see the benefits of joining the Han tribe.

This action again and again proved Luo Chong's goodwill towards the Baiwu tribe. Unless Gu Ji's conscience was eaten by a dog, how could he turn a blind eye?

"Okay, thank you for your tolerance, Chief Han. At the end of our trip to the south, we will definitely give an explanation to the Han tribe." Gu Ji also learned from the people of the Han tribe to cup his hands to Luo Chong. After

inspecting the situation of the iron mine on the spot, Luo Chong should leave.

The next morning, he once again took his family, his guards, and Gu Ji and Tian Hong on a train. They first went to the Chengkang County dock, boarded the sailboat again, and then set sail. After three and a half days of sailing, the fleet finally arrived at the dock of Takumi County on the fourth day.

At this moment, Gu Ji and Tian Hong's cognition was once again refreshed by the Han tribe. Before,

they only knew that the Han tribe had horses to ride, so the Han tribe could go to farther places. Later, they learned that the Han tribe also had trains and tractors, which were not only flexible, but also could carry a large amount of heavy objects.

Now, after following Luo Chong, their worldview has been refreshed again. It turns out that the Han tribe also has this kind of wooden boat that can travel on the water. It can not only carry goods and people, but also travel thousands of miles a day. No wonder the Han tribe has so many people and such a large territory.

(End of this chapter)